The death toll from the capsized state ferry off the coast of Guyana has climbed to 72, with recovery efforts still underway. Approximately 179 people were estimated to be on board when the ferry sank, and 76 have been rescued so far. Authorities believe the total number of fatalities could reach 100, potentially marking the worst maritime disaster in Guyana’s history. A multinational team is working to salvage the partially submerged vessel and recover remaining bodies. The tragedy has prompted a large-scale search and rescue operation, as well as investigations into the cause of the sinking. The government is grappling with the immense loss of life and the ongoing challenges of the recovery process.